The first round of the NFL Draft is in the books, and the Detroit Lions bolstered the linebacker position with the selection of Florida's Jarrad Davis with the 21st pick. Now the focus shifts to rounds two and three. The Lions still have needs upfront along their defensive line, in the secondary, at receiver and running back, and could also stand to add another tight end.
Here are what some of the national mock drafts have the Lions doing Friday:
Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
Chris Wormley, DT, Michigan (Round 2)
Why:Wormley looks the part, but needs to crank it up on every snap.
Cam Sutton, DB, Tennessee (Round 3)
Gordon McGuinness, Pro Football Focus
Akhello Witherspoon, CB, Colorado (Round 2)
Why:The hype for Witherspoon started late, but he is getting a lot of talk right now, and should come off the board on Day 2. His 13 pass breakups in 2016 were tied for the best mark in the nation, with him frequently showcasing his ability to go up and find the ball.
Mack Hollins, WR, North Carolina (Round 3)
Why:Despite what his official 40 time says, Hollins has elite deep speed and improved his hands tremendously dropping just one pass in 2016 after dropping six passes in 2015. He'll need to stay healthy and learn an NFL route tree but his deep threat warrants major consideration.
Dane Brugler, CBSSports.com
Jordan Willis, DE, Kansas State (Round 2)
Why:Willis would give the Lions a capable edge threat opposite from Ziggy Ansah.
Emily Kaplan, SI.com
Malik McDowell, DT, Michigan State (Round 2)
Why:The Lions get a gem with the hometown prospect. At 6' 6", 295 pounds McDowell's length and explosiveness will make him a mainstay in Detroit's pass rush.
Kareem Hunt, RB, Toledo (Round 3)
Why:One things scouts love about Hunt: He rushed for nearly 5,000 yards on 782 carries at Toledo, but only fumbled once.
Matt Miller, Bleacher Report
Cordrea Tankersley, CB, Clemson (Round 2)
Why:The Detroit Lions needed to shore up their linebacking corps and did exactly that with the first-round selection of Jarrad Davis. Now they can improve their secondary with a second-round pick of Cordrea Tankersley out of Clemson. Tankersley is a fast, athletic cornerback who stands over 6'1" and isn't afraid to use his body to jam opponents up. However, he's not a willing tackler and can be hesitant with a ball carrier barreling down on him. If Tankersley can toughen up, he looks to be a nice prospect for a squad like Detroit.
Caleb Brantley, DT, Florida (Round 3)
Nate Davis, USA Today
Curtis Samuel, WR, Ohio State (Round 2)
Why:Think Percy Harvin. Samuel could supercharge this offense with his ability to play in the slot or backfield. His 4.31 time in the 40-yard dash at the combine was overshadowed by John Ross but nevertheless is indicative of big-play ability.
Eric Galko, Sporting News
Bucky Hodges, TE, Virginia Tech (Round 2)
Why:The Lions want to add a tight end early in the draft. It's clear they didn't value Njoku high enough for Round 1, but Hodges could be their target in the second.
Patrick Elfien, G, Ohio State (Round 3)
Steve Muench, Scouts Inc.
Jordan Willis, DE, Kansas State (Round 2)
Why:Detroit tied for 30th in sacks with 26 last year and needs an edge rusher to complement Ezekiel Ansah, who was slowed by an ankle injury last season and is in the last year of his deal. Willis has the first step, flexibility and closing speed to get after the quarterback.
